Higher Certificate in Communication Practices at The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd

Programme overview

A one-year higher certificate (SAQA ID 112899, NQF level 5, 120 credits) giving foundational knowledge, conceptual tools and practical techniques in English language and communication practices. It is offered at IIE Rosebank College in contact mode and is recognised by the Department of Basic Education for registering as a teacher.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Duration: 1 year | Location: Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Communication Science discipline: Applied Communication Techniques, Communication Science 1A, Digital and Academic Literacies, English Language Practice A and B, Design Thinking and Problem-Solving, Fundamentals of Media Studies, Work Integrated Learning. An Education discipline option adds Mathematics Fundamentals and a first additional language.

Career pathways

Marketing Coordinator, Report Writer, Junior Copywriter, Proofreader, Communications Officer, Customer Service Representative, Social Media Content Designer, Editor.

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Entry requirements

NSC with Higher Certificate pass (minimum 30% in the language of learning and teaching); NC(V) Higher Certificate pass at 40%; SC with 33.3%. International applicants need a SAQA Evaluation Certificate at NQF level 4 with at least 30% for English. GED holders with NQF level 4 evaluation and 145 of 200 in all four subjects may be admitted. Mature-age routes (23 and older with three years' work experience; 45 and older) and RPL are available.

Duration: 1 year

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